Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

UNITED COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC.•Waterloo, IA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

UCS Healthcare is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for its medication unit in Waterloo, IA. As an integrated healthcare non-profit, UCS Healthcare prioritizes people and offers a fulfilling career with opportunities for advancement and growth. The organization fosters a culture of mutual respect and inclusivity, encouraging employees to bring their authentic selves to work. They are committed to supporting working parents through family-friendly policies and practices, believing that supporting employees as whole individuals leads to their best work. The role involves providing comprehensive medical care within the scope of practice to clinic patients in a team environment, adhering to professional medical standards and all relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies, including patient confidentiality and HIPAA. This position is not just about competitive salaries and benefits, but about being part of an organization that makes a difference in the community and values its employees. Team members are encouraged to apply if they seek a workplace that aligns with their values, where their contributions are appreciated, and where they can make a tangible impact.

Requirements

Unrestricted license in the state of Iowa as a LPN.
CPR certificate.
Venipuncture skills.
Ability to work independently and exercise discretion and own judgment.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to work with diverse populations and handle sensitive information confidentially.

Nice To Haves

1 year of experience

Responsibilities

Administer medications to patients in treatment.
Perform nursing assessments and H&P's on all new admissions or readmissions when necessary.
Reviewing patient's prescriptions and OTC medications to ensure they are properly prescribed and to assess whether client is aware of adverse reactions.
Perform, interpret, record, and report on-site TB tests and other testing as ordered by physician.
Perform venipuncture and injections as ordered by physician.
Carry out all physician orders including telephone orders.
Assist the physician with clinic, rooming patients and ensuring compliance.
Record and report all observed symptoms and changes in the patient's condition to the interdisciplinary team members and medical director if necessary.
Communicate patient status through legible and precise documentation.
Make appropriate health referrals whenever necessary.
Count client medications and initiate call backs to monitor for diversion or abuse/misuse.
Answer all phone calls relating to nursing/medical questions and make appropriate referrals.
Make appropriate request to provider when medication dosage change is indicated and carry out those orders in an accurate and timely manner.
Obtain urine specimens according to agency policy and federal regulation and make appropriate report of results.
Review eight point criteria for take home medications.
Perform daily nursing assessments on patients involved in the detoxification program.
Assist clients with guest dosing.
Provide first aid to patients and staff as needed and make appropriate referrals as needed.
Provide technical assistance to the staff in understanding a patient's medical problems.
Assist in monitoring patient activities while on center property.
Maintain licensure as required.
Keep the Medical Director informed of changes that occur in clinical and medical matters.